Resident Services

Programs for residents of Cuyahoga County

Our residents have many options for recycling in Cuyahoga County. Curbside collection, drop-off bins, and special waste collections are available for recycling many types of materials, including cans, glass, plastics, electronics, oil-based paints and pesticides, clothing, and organics. See the links below for more details or use the Residents drop-down menu.

Education Programs

Guide to Curbside Recycling Programs

Looking for general information about city-sponsored recycling programs in Cuyahoga County? Check out our list of all 59 communities in the county, including the who, what, when, where, and how recycling happens.

Greening the Holidays

The holidays can be overwhelming and create lots of trash. Learn how to reduce what you put in the landfill during holidays, parties, and events.

Paper Recycling Drop-Offs

Phone Book Recycling

The annual Phone Book Recycling Campaign was discontinued in 2013. There are many other options, including curbside recycling and mixed paper collection bins, to recycle phone books.

Recycling Programs at Retail Stores

As consumers, we shop at a variety of stores and retail shops every day. Did you know that local and national stores and chains offer free recycling programs for many different items? The next time you're out running errands and buying a few new items at these stores, plan on dropping off your recycling too.

Scrap Tire Round-Up

The Solid Waste District provides free recycling of scrap tires for communities every September during its Scrap Tire Round-Up event. Tires are picked up at city service garages by our recycling contractor.